Panic Carefully (2027)

Directed and written by Sam Esmail, the upcoming thriller Panic Carefully (also known as Panic) represents a collaboration between the filmmaker behind Mr. Robot and some of Hollywood's most prominent actors. Produced by Warner Bros., the film centers on a high-stakes manhunt for a cyber-terrorist, blending elements of psychological suspense with modern technological threats. The narrative tone has been compared to The Silence of the Lambs, focusing on the intricate cat-and-mouse game played out against the backdrop of a digital crime landscape.

The ensemble cast features Eddie Redmayne, Julia Roberts, Elizabeth Olsen, Joe Alwyn, and Aidan Gillen. Esmail brings his signature style of tension and paranoia to the project, utilizing multi-line storytelling to explore the psychological博弈 (game theory) of characters involved in tech-related crimes. Principal photography commenced in January 2025, with production taking place primarily in London before moving to other locations.

• The film marks another collaboration between director Sam Esmail and producer Chad Hamilton under their company, Esmail Films.
• Julia Roberts serves as both a lead actor and a producer on the project, alongside Scott Stuber and others.
• The movie was acquired by Warner Bros. following a competitive bidding war, ensuring a theatrical release.
• Esmail is well-known for his work on the critically acclaimed series Mr. Robot, which heavily influences the aesthetic of this feature film.